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I was thinking about getting 5 cm of extra height with cosmetic limb lengthening.will i be able to regain strength and endurance for military service?
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Yes: Yes after complete healing you can resume strength training. It may take a couple of years to reach your pre-surgical level.
Answered 9/5/2015
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